Object number
61/163
Description
This is a seedlip, a wooden container used for holding seeds during sowing by hand. Nothing is known about where it was made or used.
This is a seedlip, a wooden container used for holding seeds during sowing. It is oval in shape, made of wood with small iron supports. One side is gently curved to allow it to fit comfortably against the sower's body. A tall handle on the other side enables it to be held in place. Nothing is known about where this seedlip was made or used.
Archival history
MERL 'Handwritten catalogue' form – 'SEEDLIP // [pencil sketch]', MERL Recording form – '... I regret I am unable to give you any particulars as it was recently given to us.'
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External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_4673.tif - High resolution image
